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First digitally signalled train runs on East Coast Main Line

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June 4, 2024
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It is expected that the European Train Control System will be rolled out along the line in mid-2025.

New bi-mode trains begin operating in North Wales

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June 3, 2024
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New timetable sees Avanti West Coast introduce extra services and new train fleet.

Hitachi starts trial of battery-powered inter-city train

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May 29, 2024
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Hitachi Rail is in the process of conducting the first trial in the UK of replacing a diesel engine on an intercity train with a battery.

Express Service To Drive Rail Manufacturing

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May 28, 2024
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The Albanese Labor Government has today launched the National Rolling Stock Procurement Pipeline, a digital platform that will drive local manufacturing and help deliver a […]

National approach to rail manufacturing on track

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May 28, 2024
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L-R: David Dupen Head of Operations Knorr Bremse. Joe Schembri, Director Rail HVAC Knorr Bremse. Micheal McLellan Managing director, Knorr Bremse. Jacqui Walter National Rail Advocate, Assistant minister Tim Ayres, Dr Andrew Charlton MP. Natalie Currey ARA. Image/ARA

The Australian rail manufacturing industry will benefit from a new national procurement database that will provide a one-stop-shop of rollingstock …

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Albanese government on national rail manufacturing plan

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May 27, 2024
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Assistant Trade Minister Tim Ayres says the Albanese government’s national rail manufacturing plan is “all about making sure” they have got a “consistent approach”.

Tyne and Wear Metro starts daytime tests of new trains

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May 17, 2024
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The first daytime test trains began running on the Metro this week in the gaps between scheduled services.

Locomotive named after Welsh narrow gauge railway

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May 16, 2024
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Network Rail Class 97 No. 97304 has been named Rheilffordd Talyllyn Railway at a naming ceremony today, 15th May 2024.

New trains on the way for London passengers?

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May 16, 2024
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5 bidders have been shortlisted for new trains

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New £8.8m contract signed between London train operator and Alstom

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May 15, 2024
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The 357 fleet will be repaired and repainted at Ilford Depot